Category: Only In America
Only in America : Mississippi House Passes Discriminatory “Religious Liberty Accommodations Act”
Today, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Mississippi blasted the state House of Representatives for advancing H.B. 1523. Sponsored by House Speaker Philip Gunn, this vile piece of legislation will allow individuals, religious organizations and private associations to use religion to discriminate against lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) Mississippians, in some of the most important aspect of their lives, including at work, at schools, in their family life and more. The bill was passed by a vote of 80-39, and now heads to the Senate.
Only in America : South Dakota following Russia by Passing Law Attacking Trans Children
The extreme legislation attacking vulnerable children is dangerously close to becoming law and could lead to national outrage for the Mount Rushmore State.
Only in America : Houston Equal Rights Ordinance Repealed
The Transgender Legal Defense & Education Fund (TLDEF) responded to news that voters have repealed the Houston Equal Rights Ordinance (HERO), which banned discrimination against Houstonians in housing, employment, public accommodations and city services.
Only in America: Governor Herbert To Welcome Hate Into State With Open Arms
HRC slams decision by Utah Governor to participate in the World Congress of Families’ gathering in Salt Lake City this October.
Only In America : Senate Fails to Pass Critical Protections for LGBT Youth
Majority of Republican Senators shamefully vote down the Student Non-Discrimination Act.
Only in America : Sen. Rubio Telegraphs Intent to Overturn Obergefell v. Hodges
Sen. Marco Rubio has made headlines in recent days for saying he opposes a constitutional amendment that would allow states to re-ban marriage equality. But he’s made clear that rather than use a constitutional amendment, he’s willing to change the makeup of the court to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges.